Ever noticed the small pocket on your jeans and wondered what it's for? You're not alone—it's a common curiosity.
Introduced by Levi Strauss & Co. in the late 1800s, this 'fifth pocket' was designed to securely hold a pocket watch on a chain, protecting it from falling out during work.
Though pocket watches are rare today, this pocket remains useful. Here's one practical modern application:
Pretty clever, isn't it?
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